Vintage Greetings from Bakersfield CA Large Letter Linen Postcard 1943 Curt
$ 5.28
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Vintage Greetings from Bakersfield CA Large Letter Linen Postcard 1943 Curt. Thank you for visiting! This item is in stock and usually ships within 1 business day of your purchase. It will be shipped via ebay Standard Envelope which provides tracking information when it passes through the sorting machines for First Class mail. USPS workers have no way of scanning the barcode on the label. When it marks it as "out for delivery or delivered" it means it has arrived at your local sorting center, not your home address. Depending on your local postal route, it may take several days yet to arrive at your home. Also, consider possible weather delays in the actual time the service takes. Feel free to write if you have any questions. Discover a charming piece of California history with this vintage "Greetings from Bakersfield" large letter linen postcard. Crafted by the renowned Curt Teich & Co. in 1943, this iconic postcard features the city's name spelled out in bold, colorful letters, each encapsulating a unique scene or landmark from Bakersfield. Detailed vignettes include the historic Hotel El Tejon, the Padre Garces Statue, bustling oil fields, Thompson Grapes, and the Kern River Canyon, offering a vibrant snapshot of the city's diverse landscape and economy during the mid-20th century. This collectible Curt Teich "CT Art-Colortone" postcard showcases the distinctive texture and vivid, yet soft, color palette characteristic of linen postcards from this era. The back provides a fascinating glimpse into the past with a 1943 postmark from Bakersfield, California, and a handwritten message detailing a personal connection to the city. This postcard is a wonderful find for collectors of California ephemera, large letter designs, or those with a connection to Bakersfield's rich heritage, capturing a moment in time with its detailed artistry and historical significance.
